Xiaomi Surge OS 2 System Update Explained: Model Compatibility, Features, and Usage Tips Revealed

Xiaomi Surge OS 2 System Update Explained: Model Compatibility, Features, and Usage Tips RevealedXiaomi's official Surge OS Weibo account recently released "Xiaomi Surge OS Q&A (Episode 5)," providing detailed answers to user questions about the Surge OS 2 system update, features, and usage. This article summarizes the Q&A content to offer users a clearer understanding

Xiaomi Surge OS 2 System Update Explained: Model Compatibility, Features, and Usage Tips Revealed

Xiaomi's official Surge OS Weibo account recently released "Xiaomi Surge OS Q&A (Episode 5)," providing detailed answers to user questions about the Surge OS 2 system update, features, and usage. This article summarizes the Q&A content to offer users a clearer understanding.

Surge OS 2 System Update Progress: Which models have been updated, and which are upcoming?

Regarding the much-anticipated Surge OS 2 update, the official response clarifies the progress. Currently, the Redmi K70 series has completed the full rollout of Surge OS 2. Users can check for and perform the upgrade via "Settings" - "About Phone" (or equivalent).

For the Xiaomi MIX Flip, due to extensive adaptation required for foldable phones, the official rollout has been slightly extended to ensure stability. A full rollout is expected by mid-January. Note that if the system prompts you with a Xiaomi Surge OS 1 update, you must upgrade to the latest OS 1 version before receiving the OS 2 update.

Furthermore, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 3, Redmi Note 14 Pro+, and Redmi Note 14 Pro are undergoing planned adaptation and are expected to begin rolling out between the end of December and early January.

The Redmi K60E update is slated for a January rollout. Certain features require further optimization for the Dimensity 8200 platform to ensure quality and user experience.

The Xiaomi tablet series, including the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14, Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro, Redmi Pad Pro 5G, Redmi Pad Pro, and Redmi Pad SE, are nearing completion of adaptation testing and are expected to begin rolling out in January.

Surge OS 2 Practical Feature Explanation and Usage

Beyond the update schedule, the official response addressed several functional questions, helping users better utilize Surge OS 2.

1. Hiding Notification Details on the Lock Screen:

Many users desire to hide notification details for certain apps on the lock screen for privacy. Surge OS 2 offers this functionality. Navigate to: "Settings" - "Notifications & Status Bar" - "Notification Management" - tap an app for details - scroll down to "Notification Categories" - select the notification to manage - go to "On Lock Screen" - choose "Show notifications, but hide content".

2. Focus Mode Access:

Focus Mode enhances productivity and minimizes distractions. In Surge OS 2, access it in two ways: First, via "Settings" - "Digital Wellbeing & Parental Controls" - "Screen Time" - tap the leaf icon in the top right corner; or second, search for "Focus Mode" directly in "Settings".

3. Xiaomi 15 Series Starlink Offline Communication Upgrade and Covered Models:

The Xiaomi 15 series Starlink offline communication feature is undergoing an upgrade, expected to roll out between late December and January, expanding the range from 3.5km to 6km (same as Redmi K80 series). This feature is also expected to cover more Xiaomi and Redmi models during this period. Note that Starlink relies on hardware support; refer to official announcements for details on updated models.

4. Xiaomi 14 HDR Display Settings:

The Xiaomi 14 series supports HDR photo display, enabled by default. For manual adjustment, go to "Gallery" - "Settings" - "Ultra Dynamic Display".

5. AI Voice Transcription Content Security and Privacy Protection:

To ensure accuracy and speed, AI voice transcription uses cloud-based large models. However, Surge OS 2 incorporates AI data security and privacy computing. Recorded data for AI voice transcription uses end-to-end encryption and cloud confidential computing for full data protection. Xiaomi cannot access end-to-end encrypted data and will not share it with third-party apps.

6. AI Writing Function Usage:

AI writing is a new global AI feature, providing generation, summarization, expansion, polishing, and correction for text editing, covering native apps like notes, messages, and email, as well as third-party apps like Weibo, Xiaohongshu, email, Douban, Taobao, Pinduoduo, Dianping, and Meituan. In the input field of these apps, long-press to access editing functions. Tap the first HyperAI icon to access AI writing. Follow system prompts or provide voice/text input for specific writing tasks.

Summary:

Xiaomi Surge OS 2 continues to update, improving functionality and user experience. This official Q&A provides a clear timeline for system upgrades and details on practical features. With future updates, Surge OS 2 aims to provide a more convenient and intelligent experience. Users should monitor Xiaomi's official channels for the latest updates and announcements.